Course Content
Introduction to Slack (5 minutes)
In this section, learners will be introduced to Slack and its features. The instructor will provide an overview of the benefits of using Slack for communication and collaboration, and explain how it can be used to improve productivity.
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What is Slack?
What are its features?
Getting Started with Slack (10 minutes)
This section will provide step-by-step instructions for creating a Slack account, signing in, and navigating the Slack interface. Learners will also learn how to join or create a Slack workspace, which is the virtual space where team members can communicate and collaborate.
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Creating a Slack account
First Steps in Slack
How to use Slack (30 minutes)
In this section we will discuss how the Slack interface works in its different parts, sidebar, messages, channels and navigation bar.
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Sidebar
Channels
Message Field
Navigation Bar
Understanding Channels (20 minutes)
Channels are one of the key features of Slack, and in this section, learners will learn how they work. The instructor will explain what channels are, their purpose, and best practices for creating and managing channels. Learners will also learn how to use channels to organize discussions and keep conversations focused.
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Channel Strengths
Channel types
Advice on channels and best practices
Communication (20 minutes)
In this section, learners will learn how to send direct messages to individuals or groups, and how to create and participate in group chats. The instructor will also provide best practices for communication in direct messages and group chats, such as using clear and concise language, and avoiding jargon.
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Direct Messages and Group Chats
Message functions
Effective Communication
Collaborating with Slack Apps and Bots (25 minutes)
Slack apps and bots can help teams automate workflows and streamline tasks. In this section, learners will learn what Slack apps and bots are, how to find and install them, and how to use them to collaborate more effectively.
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Apps
How to integrate Apps
Workflows (30 minutes)
Workflows are multi-step tasks or automated processes, without the need for code, that start in your Slack workspace. They run directly in Slack and automate tasks in your workspace and connect with other tools and services.
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Managing workflows
Workflow Builder Glossary
How to set up a workflow
How to publish a workflow
How to add steps to a workflow
Advanced Features and Tips (15 minutes)
This section will cover some of the more advanced features of Slack, such as using advanced search and filtering, keyboard shortcuts for faster navigation, and tips for using Slack as a project management tool
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Search and Filters
Keyboard Shortcuts
Tips for using Slack as a project management tool
Is Slack free?
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Is Slack free to use?
Getting started with Slack
About Lesson

As with other communication and messaging tools, Slack has many features when it comes to sending messages, check them out!

  • Personalisation of texts: Use bold, italics, underline… These are some of the functions that Slack allows you to personalise your sending texts.
  • Mentions: Both in channels and in group chats, it is possible to draw the attention of the person you want to read your message through mentions. All you have to do is type @ and the name of the person you want to mention. This way that person will receive an important notification about that message.
  • Reactions: Yep, again just like WhatsApp, you can react to messages received through different emojis, which allow customisation. In this way, with a simple reaction, in many cases you can make it clear that you have read the message without the need to reply, or be happy about the good news that is shared.
  • File sharing: This function allows you to share files (JPG, PDF, etc.) and add them to your messages. You can add up to 10 files per message.
  • Editing messages: Once you have sent a message, you can either delete it (if you have sent the wrong channel or conversation), or edit it (correcting an error or adding new information). To do this you can position the cursor over the message and click on the 3 dots (more actions) to edit the message.
  • Saving messages: Slack gives you several options about the messages you receive. You can mark messages as unread so you can reply to them later, you can ask Slack to remind you about a certain message in a personalised way, you can save the message and even pin it to the conversation so you can access it more easily.
  • Video and audio clip: This feature allows you to send voice or video messages within the chat, giving a slightly more personal touch to the conversation.
  • Meetings: Within Slack you can make calls or video calls with members of your workspace. These calls can be made individually with individual members, in group chats, or even with an entire channel.
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